Editor, NRECA Magazine

Job Description

NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence. As a “best place to work” employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.

Summary of Position
NRECA's communications and marketing department is a central hub of the association and is responsible for shaping external, internal and member communications and marketing efforts. The department works to tell the modern electric cooperative story, positively influence the perception of cooperatives with inside-the-beltway policymakers, elevate the organization's brand and showcase the value of NRECA membership. The communications and marketing team works closely with NRECA's C-suite, and partners with departments across the organization like Government Relations, Business and Technology Strategy, Education, Training and Events, and more. Collaboration, creativity, and passion drive the team to consistently achieve success and help build a better tomorrow for electric cooperatives across the nation.

We're seeking a visionary Editor who is passionate about digital transformation and excited to lead the evolution of RE Magazine from a traditional print publication to a dynamic, modern digital experience. They will report directly to the Vice President of Communications and Digital Strategy. They also assume the role of chief editorial planner and business strategist for RE Magazine and has responsibility for the magazine's editorial content; digital and print design; online multimedia presentation; contracts with outside vendors; production, printing and mailing; and coordination between the editorial/production staff, design team, and the advertising/circulation staff. Position eligible for NRECA's hybrid schedule which allows flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per/week.

Key Responsibilities

Organizational Leadership
• Cultivates and strengthens strategic relationships between the magazine team and NRECA members, associate members, and advertisers to advance editorial impact, foster trust, and support organizational priorities; guides staff in delivering member-centric content and advertiser value through collaborative engagement.
• Facilitates collaboration among editorial/production, design, and advertising/circulation functions.

Digital Transformation & Innovation
• Leads the evolution of RE Magazine into a modern, audience-centered, multi-platform publication. Champions innovation in content, technology, audience engagement and new revenue models.
• Directs the presentation of the magazine's online presence, including decision-making around enhanced multimedia presentations.

Editorial & Brand Stewardship
• Acts as the magazine's editorial decision-maker for all operational, editorial matters.
• Directs content creation and production for RE Magazine. Edits all copy prior to publication to ensure accuracy of editorial content and overall quality of RE Magazine.

Financial & Business Management
• Publish RE Magazine on a timely and cost-effective basis.
• Directs the development of the annual RE Magazine editorial calendar and production budget. Oversees magazine printing cost analysis and cost control activities.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills
• Formal Education Required: Bachelor's degree in journalism or related discipline.
• Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience as an editor and writer/producer with leading publications, demonstrating a strong track record in:
o Managing editorial, design and production operations and familiarity with advertising and circulation operations.
o Web production for magazine content.
• Ability to report to the office when required.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
• Experience with a trade association magazine a plus.

Essential Physical Requirements
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Additional Requirement:

The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail humanresources@nreca.coop or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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For more information about life at NRECA please visit www.Electric.coop.